Effortless Easy Crockpot Fajitas for Flavorful Family Feasts
Discover how to make Easy Crockpot Fajitas with minimal effort, perfect for busy weeknights and customizable for every palate.
Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 6 hours hours
Total Time: 6 hours hours 15 minutes minutes
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: customizable fajitas, Easy Crockpot Fajitas, easy recipes, Family Meals, healthy dinners, slow cooker fajitas
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 350kcal
For the Fajitas
- 4 pieces Boneless Chicken Breasts or Sliced Beef Feel free to substitute with turkey or tofu for a different take.
- 2 pieces Bell Pepper Any color works; poblano or jalapeño being great spicy alternatives.
- 1 piece Onion Yellow or red onions are perfect, but green onions can also be used.
- 3 cloves Garlic Freshly minced garlic is best.
- 1 packet Fajita Seasoning Mix Consider making your own for a tailored flavor experience.
- 14.5 oz Diced Tomatoes Using fresh tomatoes is a fresh option.
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can be replaced with neutral oils like canola or avocado oil.
- to taste Salt Essential for enhancing flavors.
- to taste Pepper Essential for enhancing flavors.
For Serving
- 8 pieces Tortillas Flour or Corn; use gluten-free tortillas if necessary.
- Optional Toppings Sour cream, guacamole, shredded cheese, cilantro, and lime wedges.
Basic Instructions
Begin by slicing the bell pepper and onion into strips, and mincing the garlic.
In a bowl, combine your chosen chicken or beef with fajita seasoning, salt, and pepper. Toss until well-coated.
Place the seasoned protein at the bottom of the crockpot. Follow with the bell peppers, onions, and garlic on top.
Pour the canned diced tomatoes over the top of the ingredients.
Drizzle olive oil over the mixture.
Cover the crockpot and cook on low for 4 to 6 hours or on high for 2 to 3 hours.
Once the cooking time is up, shred the meat with two forks right in the pot.
Serve warm with your choice of tortillas and an array of toppings.
Top with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime for a burst of freshness!
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 80mg | Sodium: 600mg | Potassium: 800mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 15IU | Vitamin C: 80mg | Calcium: 5mg | Iron: 15mg